Simple the best and most private survey tool available. There really are no competitors if you care about privacy . And you should. Great UX as well.
Why BlockSurvey is a Strong SurveyMonkey Alternative
Absolute Anonymity and Data Privacy
BlockSurvey keeps responses anonymous with end-to-end encryption tied to your secret keys. There is no IP logging and no email tracking, so your surveys stay anonymous.
AI-Powered Surveys: Save Time and Cost
Our AI builds precise, customized surveys so you spend less time and money. You get useful insights without paying for expensive data analysis.
Intuitive UI/UX: Say 'No' to a Boring Interface
BlockSurvey's friendly, no-code interface makes survey creation easy, with an interactive drag-and-drop builder.
Migrate from SurveyMonkey & Save
Get premium features for a fraction of SurveyMonkey's cost with BlockSurvey's flexible, budget-friendly plans. Ready to switch? Migrate from SurveyMonkey and get 6 months of free white-glove support to make the move easy.
Why Teams Are Leaving SurveyMonkey
01
Price opacity
Standard Monthly is $99/mo with no annual discount, while Advantage Annual is $39/mo ($468/yr). Reviewers flag Standard Monthly as poor value since it costs roughly 2.5x more per year for less capability, and every paid tier except Standard requires an annual commitment to get the advertised rate.
02
Response caps and overage fees
paid plans still charge $0.15 for every response collected over the plan's cap, and the free Basic plan limits surveys to 10 questions with only 25 responses viewable. Collected responses beyond that aren't exportable at all.
03
Compliance gaps
HIPAA BAA and PHI-grade protections are available only on the Enterprise tier, leaving Basic, Standard, Advantage, and Team users without them.
04
Privacy posture
the Common Sense Privacy Standard gave SurveyMonkey a 'Warning' rating, citing use of respondent data for ad targeting and sharing with third parties.
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BlockSurvey vs SurveyMonkey: Feature Comparison
See how BlockSurvey stacks up against SurveyMonkey with this detailed feature comparison. Equip yourself with an intuitive and AI-powered tool for easy survey creation with BlockSurvey.
Feature
BlockSurvey
SurveyMonkey
Privacy & Data Access
End-to-end encrypted by default, even we can't read your responses
Data stored server-side on Standard/Advantage/Team plans; Common Sense Privacy Standard issued a 'Warning' rating over use of respondent data for ad targeting and third-party sharing; HIPAA/PHI safeguards are Enterprise-only
Pricing
$119/month for 3 users
Billed annually
From $39/mo (Advantage, billed annually at $468/yr, ~15,000 responses/yr) up to $139/mo (Premier Annual); Standard Monthly is $99/mo with no annual discount; $0.15 overage fee per response past the plan cap; free Basic tier available
Customization
Full branding, logic, and theme customization included
Custom branding and advanced logic/skip-pattern features are gated behind paid tiers; reviewers report complex logic setup is difficult
Integrations
Reporting & Analytics
AI-powered analysis included on all plans
Strong built-in analytics and reporting are a top-praised strength, but deeper analytics are locked behind higher paid tiers
Data Ownership
Team Collaboration
Dedicated Team workspace for real-time collaboration
Limited team collaboration features
White Label
Money-Back Guarantee
We offer a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Token Gated Access
Social Identity Verification
FedRAMP Compliance
SurveyMonkey vs BlockSurvey: Pros and Cons
SurveyMonkey
Pros
- Intuitive drag-and-drop survey builder, consistently the top-praised trait on G2 and Capterra
- Strong built-in analytics and reporting that turn responses into insights without technical skill
- Large template library covering most common survey and form use cases
- High brand recognition and broad third-party integrations
Cons
- Pricing is confusing and expensive. Plans are structured to nudge users up-tier, and Standard Monthly costs 2.5x the annualized Advantage plan for less capability
- Free Basic plan caps surveys at 10 questions and responses viewable at 25, with no CSV/Excel/SPSS export at all
- Advanced logic, custom branding, and deeper analytics are locked behind higher paid tiers
- HIPAA-level protections (BAA, PHI safeguards) are Enterprise-only
- Common Sense Privacy Standard gave it a 'Warning' rating over ad-targeting use and third-party data sharing
BlockSurvey Recommended
Pros
- End-to-end encrypted by default, so even we can't read your responses
- AI-powered survey creation and analysis included, saving time and analysis cost
- Straightforward, budget-friendly pricing without annual-commitment traps
- You own and control your data
Cons
- Smaller brand recognition and integration ecosystem than an established incumbent like SurveyMonkey
- Template library is not as extensive as SurveyMonkey's
Best For
BlockSurvey
Best for privacy- and compliance-sensitive teams, and anyone who wants predictable pricing without annual-commitment or response-overage surprises.
SurveyMonkey
Best for teams that want an established, template-rich builder with strong built-in analytics and broad integrations, and don't need HIPAA-level protection outside of Enterprise.
Our G2 and Capterra ratings are shining bright!
BlockSurvey
SurveyMonkey
Testimonials
Join 500+ happy customers worldwide who are already using our amazing product.
Trevor Lowing
Alexandro Lacadena
The product itself is amazing, forms can be customised to infinity, with AMAZING designs. It has a lot of features that you haven't ever thought to be essential at some point in your life. And what's even better: support. The team is incredible.
Mario Marquez T
Love BlockSurvey, they are constantly developing the system and making updates, 0 issues so far, support is amazing and Wilson is always there to answer questions and take ideas, totally recommend it, I have been using it for over 10 months and love it.
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Bettie Vanstraaten
Super product, user friendly, wow functionalities, affordable and like the pricing model!
lauren serota
Really impressed with @blocksurvey. It's privacy-preserving from the ground up, and is one the most intuitive and flexible survey builders and analysis tools I've ever used. Kudos @wlsnbr and team for making a killer product.
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Nicholas Raethke
I have really enjoyed my seamless interactions with Block Survey over the years. The privacy embedded in the product gives me a strong peace of mind.
Secure by Design - It's for Everyone
Security isn't an afterthought for us; it's a cornerstone. BlockSurvey meets and exceeds industry-leading standards, including ISO 27001, SOC2, FERPA, HIPAA and GDPR, to keep your data safe.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I switch from SurveyMonkey to BlockSurvey?
You can switch from SurveyMonkey to BlockSurvey in a few steps. Export your existing surveys and import them into BlockSurvey.
Is BlockSurvey suitable for businesses and enterprises?
Yes. BlockSurvey works for businesses and enterprises of all sizes.
Are there any AI-powered features in BlockSurvey?
Yes, BlockSurvey includes AI-powered survey creation and analysis.
Can I trust BlockSurvey with my sensitive data collection?
Yes. BlockSurvey encrypts your data on your device before it is ever sent to our servers, using a zero-knowledge design. That means even BlockSurvey cannot read your survey responses. Your sensitive data stays private and secure by default, with no special software or setup required.